Online suicide prevention and intervention training for secondary school counselors

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This randomized controlled trial tests the ÇİÖMEP online suicide prevention and intervention program for psychological counselors working in secondary schools. Eligible counselors affiliated with the Ministry of National Education in İzmir who hold a relevant bachelor's degree and have internet access will be randomized to receive the online training or continue usual practice. The study measures changes in counselors' knowledge, perceived competence, attitudes toward suicide prevention, and stigma related to suicidal behavior. Standard exclusions include recent personal bereavement by suicide and recent participation in similar trainings, and participants must meet attendance requirements.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Currently working as a psychological counselor in secondary education institutions affiliated with the Ministry of National Education in Izmir, Turkey.
* Hold a bachelor's degree in Psychology or Psychological Counseling and Guidance (PDR) from a higher education institution.
* Possess the appropriate technical infrastructure to participate in online training (e.g., a stable internet connection, computer/tablet, and a private environment).
* Willing to participate in the study voluntarily.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Having lost a relative or close friend to suicide within the last year.
* Having participated in a similar suicide prevention training program within the last 6 months.
* Failure to attend a total of two or more training sessions during the intervention phase.

Where it's running

• Aydın Adnan Menderes University
  Aydin, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Tolga Köskün
• Email: tolga.koskun@adu.edu.tr
• Phone: +905362067757

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.